Social Policy presents a diverse field of study. It allows the analysis and examination of political/development ideologies that inform the formation and implementation of policy across a broad range of fields. These include public health, housing, social security and social protection, child protection, ageing and care for the elderly and people with disabilities. Additionally it addresses other issues of social concern such as, youth, race and diversity, social exclusion, family, crime and deviance and, more recently, issues underscored by human rights. 

Successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma with an average of B+ standing will qualify for accession into the Master of Arts in Social Policy Programme. The PhD in 
Social Policy will be a Research and Thesis only under a supervisor.